General Information

  • Hourly Rate (dry): $93.52
  • Horsepower: 160
  • Seats: 4 People
  • Useful Load: 880 lbs
  • Fuel Burn: 8 gph
  • Ceiling: 14,200
  • Speed: 117 kias
  • Fuel capacity: 25 gallons
  • Student Pilot Certificate or Higher
  • Satisfactory Checkout with a Club Instructor

In temperatures below 32°F (0°C), preheating the aircraft’s engine is essential to ensure proper oil flow and reduce wear during startup. Cold starts without preheat can damage engine components, so always use an engine heater or preheat service in cold conditions before starting.

Aircraft Description

The Cessna 172, a beacon of aviation reliability, ascends to new heights with the infusion of modern avionics and a Short Takeoff and Landing (STOL) kit, becoming a paragon of innovation and capability. Decked with cutting-edge navigation systems, glass cockpit displays, and intuitive controls, this venerable aircraft seamlessly merges tradition with technology, offering pilots an immersive and efficient flying experience. With the added STOL kit, the Cessna 172 transforms into a versatile sky conqueror, conquering short and challenging runways with grace. It epitomizes the marriage of tradition and progress, symbolizing the boundless possibilities when timeless design meets state-of-the-art technology. This airborne marvel doesn’t just fly; it soars into the future, inspiring aviators to reach new horizons and reminding us that the sky is never the limit when ingenuity takes flight.

Social

Membership
$ 15/mo Monthly
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  • Attend Club Events
  • Support High Sierra Pilots

Basic

Membership
$ 75/mo Monthly
  • Flight Time as Low As $75.96/hr*
  • Access to Aircraft and Club CFIs
  • Attend Club Events

Frequent Flyer

Membership
$ 250/mo Monthly
  • Deep Discounts: Fly as Low as $54.94/hr*
  • Access to Aircraft, Club CFIs
  • Attend Club Events
  • Free Use of the FAA Flight Sim
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